Physical Fitness & Conditioning for Sport 2 (Level 6)

This course has been updated in 2011. The course is becoming the industry standard for specialist Strength and Conditioning coaches. It is completed over an 18 month period. It is a Level 6 course and provides the graduate with a 60 credit award. It consists of six modules. Each module provides a comprehensive overview of key areas and topics within Strength and Conditioning. The modules cover:

1. Fitness and Conditioning
2. Functional Screening
3. Resistance Training
4. Weight Training and Weightlifting
5. Speed Development
6. Endurance Development.

The course also provides practical workshops and supporting reading material.

Payment for the Certificate in Physical Fitness & Conditioning for Sport is per module but there is also a discount if paid for upfront.

Each module will cost €540.
There are four options available for payments:

Option 1: Deposit & Instalments:
€340 deposit
€200 at workshop

Option 2: Advance Payments (per module):
€510 per module (€30 Discount)

Option 3: Advance Payments (three modules):

€1495 in total (€125 Discount)

Option 4: Direct Debit:
€180 per month per module

Module 1: Fitness and Conditioning

This module describes the Components of Fitness, the Principles of Training and the Principles of Coaching as well as introducing the student to the Scientific Support for these Principles. Having a clear knowledge of these components and principles and being able to apply them in practice is essential in undertaking any form of Strength and Conditioning training and coaching.  From a practical aspect we examine and provide a variety of Warm-up and Flexibility exercises/routines. In addition we look closely at the importance of Cool-down.

Module 4: Functional Screening

This module introduces the coach to the functional screening process. It examines different schools of thought and approaches in this fascinating growing area. The module examines the basic principles of functional screening and then introduces a range of basic screens – showing the learner how to set-up, conduct, and interpret the screens. It shows how to understand compensations and muscular imbalances.  The module also provides basic guidelines on the design of programmes of corrective exercises to ensure better movement functioning of the athlete in general life and in sport in particular.

Module 5: Resistance Training

This module covers the history of Resistance or Strength Training and then addresses the types and functions of Resistance or Strength training. The content of our workshops will cover many different forms of Resistance Training methods and modes. In addition, the course discusses important topics such as Resistance Training and Children and the Young Athlete as well as Anatomical Adaptation and Periodisation. This module lays the foundation so to speak for all Strength and Conditioning programmes. Our practical workshops introduce the coach to various Resistance training modes that can be applied to all sport Strength and Conditioning programmes.

Module 6: Weight Training and Weighlifting

This module further develops the knowledge acquired from the previous Resistance Training module. We also address very practical aspects such as Health & Safety within the training environment. In addition we introduce the participant to the many Systems of Strength training and to the Acute Training Variables – all crucial in developing and prescribing a given Strength training programme. Our practical workshops focus on a progressive series of exercises that are considered crucial in any Strength training programme. Further, the participant will also be given the opportunity to complete the Level 1 Award in Weightlifting. In addition we provide numerous video clips and resources to assist the coach in his or her programme planning. This can be achieved by attending all 4 weightlifting workshops to gain the Level 1 Weightlifting Certificate.

Everyone must attend and pass all  4 workshops for the  Weightlifting Certificate Level 1 with IAWLA before graduation can take place. As this Certificate is awarded by an external body namely the IAWLA there is an additional charge of €100 to fully complete this module. This charge means that the weightlifting module costs an additional €100. This fee is to be paid by all new Setanta College students from March 2012. This fee can be paid via our online shop by choosing the category IAWLA Certificate Fee.

Module 10: Speed Development

This module discusses and describes the theory and principles of speed development. Our practical workshops provide the coach with a large repertoire of exercises, drills and programmes that will enhance the many elements that make up the component of speed. In addition in our library section we provide many video clips of athletes and players completing key training and speed development drills. These resources are excellent for planning and devising speed training and development units. The module also discusses key coaching and planning issues that impact on the development of speed.

Module 11: Endurance Development

This module discusses and describes the theory and principles of endurance development. It also provides the coach with a large repertoire of exercises, drills and programmes that will enhance the different elements that make up the component of endurance. The module also discusses key coaching and planning issues that impact on the development of endurance as a single component and also how it can be best integrated with other important components such as speed and strength.